June

Volunteers' Week 2nd-8th June

Volunteers’ Week is an annual UK-wide campaign held from the first Monday in June to celebrate and recognise the contributions of volunteers.Launched in 1984, this initiative has been running for over 40 years, providing organisations and communities a platform to thank current and past volunteers for their invaluable efforts.

The campaign highlights the diversity and unity of volunteer work across the UK. In its 40th year, the campaign underwent a rebrand, introducing a vibrant identity to inspire continued engagement.

Volunteers’ Week fosters connections between national organisations and grassroots groups, celebrating the spirit of volunteering that enriches communities each year. More information here 

World Environment Day 5th June

Plastic pollution permeates every corner of the planet—even in our bodies in the form of microplastics. World Environment Day 2025 calls for collective action to tackle plastic pollution.

By drawing inspiration from nature and showcasing real-world solutions, the campaign will encourage individuals, organizations, industries, and governments to adopt sustainable practices that drive systemic change.

This year’s World Environment Day comes exactly two months before countries meet again to continue negotiating a global treaty to end plastic pollution. Join the #BeatPlasticPollution movement—because together we can create a healthier future. 

Celebrate World Environment Day 2025 with a brilliant FREE live-streamed event for KS2 and KS3 children.
 Thursday 5th June, 11:00am–12:15pm,

Join Mr Dilly for an inspiring online experience bringing together bestselling authors, stunning science, wild nature, and imagination—designed especially for KS2 -KS3 pupils (ages 7–13yrs).Perfect for:

• Key Stage 2 & 3 teachers planning cross-curricular enrichment
• Literacy leads and science coordinators
• Eco-committees and whole-school assemblies
• Classes exploring STEM, nature, sustainability and creative writing.    Book here

Primary Schools: Accessing STEM Volunteers to enhance teaching and learning Tue 10 Jun 12:30 - 13:00

Find out how the STEM Ambassadors Programme can support your primary school to enrich learning and provide inspiration. Book here

The National Education Show 2025 Show will be back at Venue Cymru, Llandudno on Friday 13th June 2025.

The day is designed to provide opportunities and new ways to improve and raise standards, enhance learning experiences and support learners

The day is designed to provide opportunities and new ways to improve and raise standards, enhance learning experiences and support learners. A must-attend event for everyone working in education including early years, primary, secondary, HE and FE. By visiting the sahow you wil
• gain access to over 60+ CPD seminars accredited by Agored Cymru;
• take home strategies & resources to raise standards, enhance learning experiences & support learners;
• engage in great networking opportunities with your peers & speakers;
• trial the latest products/services and receive exclusive offers from exhibitors;
• empower and inspire your staff;
. An ideal way to optimise your CPD training and explore products and services through an action packed day.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR SEMINARS
More information here

The Big Bang Fair June 17- June 19

The Big Bang Fair inspires the next generation with hands-on activities, experiments and workshops. The UK’s biggest celebration of STEM for schools will return on Tuesday 17 to Thursday 19 June 2025 at The NEC in Birmingham.

The Big Bang Fair is free, and is open to UK state-funded school groups only in:

• year 6 to year 8 (England and Wales)

Schools can explore The Fair in our morning session (9am to 12pm) or afternoon session (1pm to 4pm). If you have any questions, please contact us at info@thebigbang.org.uk

Schools will be able to book free tickets to The Big Bang Fair 2025 in early 2025. Sign up to our newsletter to get VIP early access. More information here

Great Science Share for Schools. June 17.

The award-winning campaign continuing to inspire 5-14 year olds to take the lead in asking, investigating and sharing scientific questions they care about with new audiences.

An inclusive, non-competitive and collaborative experience for all.

NEW FOR 2025! Display and Celebrate Pack

Print banners, posters and flyers to profile your Great Science Share for Schools activity. Designed with the support of Twinkl, these are ideal to promote your activity to families, parents and wider community across the school.
PLUS create a display and celebrate your #GSSfS2025. Reward your school, pupils and community with certificates and badges.

Registration is open all year which gives access to a wide array of resources to inspire your pupils into science and engineering. Details here.

Secondary & FE: Accessing STEM Volunteers to enhance teaching and learning Thursday , 19 June 2025 15:30 - 16:00

Find out how the STEM Ambassadors Programme can support your school, college or sixth form to enrich learning and provide inspiration. More information here

Generation Logistics Week 23 - 27 June

GLW25 unlocks the best career paths in the logistics sector for young people in just five days! Check out daily themes below, plus an exclusive careers lead webinar offering a dynamic introduction to the logistics sector and a guided preview of the week! Find out more here

July

Sensational Science  Tuesday 1 July, 9.30am–3.30pm,

University of South Wales, CF37 4BD

We are pleased to be joining forces with IOP once again, to bring you our annual day conference. Last year, you said you really valued the range of practical activities, the cross-curriculum links and the advice on incorporating a range of skills into lessons. So, this year we want to inspire you with even more hands-on activities that will be delivered by a team of passionate facilitators. You will have the opportunity to attend all the workshops, have a tour of the campus, time to network with colleagues from across the region and of, course, enjoy a lunch on us. Bursaries to cover supply costs are available

It is going to be great day filled with lots of sensational science. Book here

Sensational Science  Friday  4 July, 9.30am–3.30pm,

Bangor Univeristy, Normal Site,  Bangor LL57 2PZ

We are pleased to be joining forces with IOP once again, to bring you our annual day conference. Last year, you said you really valued the range of practical activities, the cross-curriculum links and the advice on incorporating a range of skills into lessons. So, this year we want to inspire you with even more hands-on activities that will be delivered by a team of passionate facilitators. You will have the opportunity to attend all the workshops, have a tour of the campus, time to network with colleagues from across the region and of, course, enjoy a lunch on us. Bursaries to cover supply costs are available

It is going to be great day filled with lots of sensational science. Book here

Merthyr Science Festival on Saturday, 5th July 2025!

Expect experiments, and enough brainpower to light up the Valleys!. Mark your calendars, because missing this would be scientifically unwise! Further details can be seen here

Climate CPD 3 July 2025 1-4pm Online 

Would you like to help your pupils understand and tackle climate change while contributing to a sustainable future for our planet?

Climate and air quality science are often motivating topics for students, but we know it can be difficult to know where to start with these topics. As part of your project we are offering an online course which will bring relevant and engaging scenarios to your teaching.

Secondary CPD- https://www.stem.org.uk/cpd/540012/embedding-climate-change-secondary-science

Primary CPD- Booking link: https://www.stem.org.uk/cpd/541668/enhancing-climate-change-education-primary-stem 

Course costs and supply cover are free for teachers taking part in the SAMHE+ STEM Learning project. Please email c.walford-price@stem.org.uk for more information.  

November

Tomorrow’s Engineers Week 2025  Monday 10 to Friday 14 November

We’re excited to announce that Tomorrow’s Engineers Week 2025 will take place from Monday 10 to Friday 14 November. This annual event in school calendars gives students an opportunity to spark ideas and consider how they could tackle local and global challenges in their future careers. Discover resources for school assemblies, lesson plans, Q&A sessions with real engineers, videos and activities – all designed to help young people find out more about jobs in engineering and tech.Register to save the date to be the first to find out about the 2025 theme and get lesson plans and resources to inspire your students.